Senior / Lead Executive Recruiter (Robotics, Manufacturing & Operations)

Job description

Here at Humanoid, we believe in a future where robots amplify human potential. That’s why we’ve set out on a mission to build the world’s most capable, commercially-scalable, and safe humanoid robots. We’re bringing that mission to life with HMND‑01 Alpha - our rapidly developed humanoid platform now running in real industrial pilots - and we’re growing the team to take it even further. # About the Role We are looking for a **Senior / Lead Executive Recruiter** with deep expertise in **executive search within robotics and advanced manufacturing environments**. This role is critical in identifying and closing high-impact leadership and niche technical hires in a fast-scaling, high-performance organisation. You will operate as a **trusted partner to hiring managers and leadership**, driving complex, high-stakes searches end-to-end, often targeting **passive talent in highly competitive markets**. Executive search in robotics and manufacturing requires a **research-led, network-driven approach** due to the limited and highly specialized talent pool. # What You'll Do - Lead **end-to-end executive and senior-level hiring** across robotics, manufacturing, and operations functions - Own and deliver on **highly complex and hard-to-fill roles**, requiring deep market mapping and proactive headhunting - Partner closely with **hiring managers and leadership teams** to define role requirements, success profiles, and hiring strategies Design and execute **innovative sourcing strategies**, leveraging: - Executive search methodologies (retained-style, research-driven approaches) - Advanced sourcing techniques and **modern AI tools** - Deep industry networks and competitor mapping - Act as a **lead closer**, managing offer strategy, stakeholder alignment, and candidate negotiations Build and maintain a **strong network of senior talent** across robotics and manufacturing sectors - Provide **market intelligence**, including talent insights, compensation benchmarks, and competitor landscape - Champion a **fast-paced, high-quality hiring process**, ensuring speed without compromising candidate experience - Utilize tools such as **ATS systems and LinkedIn Recruiter** to drive efficient and data-driven hiring - Continuously stay on top of **emerging technologies, hiring trends, and talent acquisition innovations** # What We're Looking For - Proven experience as a **Senior / Lead Recruiter or Executive Search Consultant** - Strong background in **executive search (headhunting)**, with experience closing senior and leadership roles - Demonstrated success hiring within: - **Robotics / AI / automation** - **Automotive or advanced manufacturing** - **Operations and industrial environments** - Track record of closing **complex, business-critical roles** in competitive talent markets - Deep understanding of **manufacturing and robotics ecosystems**, including engineering and operations leadership roles - Strong ability to **influence and partner with senior stakeholders** - Expertise in **direct sourcing, market mapping, and engaging passive candidates** - Experience using **modern recruitment tools**, including ATS platforms and LinkedIn Recruiter - High ownership mindset with the ability to operate in a **fast-paced, high-growth environment** - Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills # What We Offer - Competitive equity: stock options with meaningful upside as we scale. - 30+ paid days off, including 23 days of annual leave, all UK bank holidays, and additional company closure days (including Christmas–New Year shutdown). - Private healthcare, including virtual and in-person care. - Pension scheme with 8% total contribution (5% employee, 3% employer) on full earnings. - Free daily breakfast, catered lunch, and snacks in-office. - Work at the frontier - collaborate daily with world-class engineers, researchers, and product experts building the next generation of AI and humanoid robotics. - Real ownership - direct access to founding leadership, meaningful input on product direction, and the ability to drive key initiatives from day one.